Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Check

BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the lower arm assembly or the stabilizer link.

NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible that there may also be damage to the ball joint.